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Les Maisons des Jeunes Du Pontiac in Rapides des Joachims receives Grant from DRDCF

Tue Dec 15 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Les Maisons des Jeunes Du Pontiac in Rapides des Joachims, would like to express their appreciation to the Deep River and District Community Foundation for their generous donation of $5020.00. The building that houses the Youth Centre, and the Village’s new Community Centre, is approximately 100 years old. Many years ago, the building was used a school house, then as a gathering hall for several years. This past summer the building has under gone renovations, which included painting the entire building and installation of new flooring, toilets and bathroom sink vanities. The building is currently needing new windows and doors. The windows in the building are the original windows and let in a lot of cold air in the winter months. The building is very hard to heat, and is not energy efficient. The Grant from the DRDCF will help with the purchase and installation of new windows and doors in the spring of 2021.

Rotary Club of North Renfrew with Town of Deep River receive grant from DRDCF

Tue Dec 15 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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North Renfew Long Term Care Centre Receives Grant from DRDCF

Tue Dec 15 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Shelley Yantha and Kim Rodgers were on hand along with staff to accept a cheque from the Deep River and District Community Foundations of $11,940 to support the replacement of the boilers that provide heating to the facility.

Seniors Friendship Club and their sponsor Deep River Community Church received $2,600 from the Deep River and District Community Foundations is ECSF Fund

Wed Dec 09 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Present for the photo were Diane Davies (SFC), Alistair Miller (DRCC) and Rolland Kelly (SFC)

Deep River and District Hosptial Foundations received $12,400 from the Deep River and District Community Foundations is ECSF Fund

Wed Dec 09 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Present for the photo were Chris Doucette (DRDHF), Leo Buckley (DRDHF), William Willard (DRDH), Janna Hotson (DRDH), Dianne Lemire (DRDCF) and Chris Knight (WCCT)

North Renfrew Longterm Care received $15,000 from the Deep River and District Community Foundations is ECSF Fund

Wed Dec 09 2020 05:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Present for the photo is Shelley Yantha (NRLTC)

Deep River and District Community Foundation takes part in the second round of the federal Emergency Community Support Fund
An additional $30K in funding available in the Upper Renfrew County Area for charities supporting COVID-19 response

Wed Oct 14 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) today announced it has $30K to support local charities responding to COVID-19 as part of an ongoing partnership with Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), United Way Centraide Canada and the Canadian Red Cross, funded through the Government of Canada’s $350M Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF). This vast national effort is the second round of funding that aims to support vulnerable populations disproportionately affected by COVID-19. DRDCF is one of many community foundations across Canada which are taking part.

“As infection rates start to rise again in communities across the country, ongoing support is vital in the fight against COVID-19,” says Dianne Lemire, DRDCF Chair. “For over six months local charities and non-profit organizations have been working tirelessly to support those who need it most,but the reality is that they’re struggling with increased demand and decreased revenues. We’re thrilled to be able to flow additional emergency funding their way through the ECSF but we also see the need for stabilization support for the sector, so they can continue their good work in our community.”

The Emergency Community Support Fund was initially announced on April 21, 2020 by the Prime Minister of Canada. It is part of a broad series of emergency response measures by the Government of Canada. The first round of funding was disbursed through the community foundation network across Canada in June and July. DRDCF awarded $40K to 4 organizations in the area (Deep River and District Hospital, North Renfrew Long Term Care, Deep River and Area Food Bank, and Easter Seals Ontario).

Starting on October 5, 2020, DRDCF is accepting applications for funding from qualified donees. The deadline to submit your application is October 30, 2020, but apply early before funds run out. Grants can be used for a variety of purposes, including covering staffing or resource needs, purchase assistance and more. Charities and community organizations are invited to visit the foundation website www.drdcf.ca/ECSF2 for eligibility and application details.

’At Community Foundations of Canada, our purpose to “relentlessly pursue a future where everyone belongs” has never felt more important,’ said Andrea Dicks, CFC President. “We’re grateful for the leadership of local community foundations like Deep River and District Community Foundation who have been at the forefront of local response efforts since the pandemic was declared. Working together, CFC and Deep River and District Community Foundation have been able to quickly get funding to those who need it most in the Upper Renfrew County area. Thanks to the Government of Canada’s renewed contribution, those efforts will continue and unlock even more support for organizations on the front lines. Our goal is to ensure that no one is left behind.”

About Deep River and District Community Foundation
For more information please contact info@drdcf.ca or go to www.drdcf.ca/ECSF2 .

DRDCF is excited to announce that it is now accepting grant applications in its fall grant program until October 31, 2020, with over $40k available to charitable organizations serving the area

Wed Oct 14 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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In addition to applying for a grant through the recently announced $40k Emergency Community Support Funding, registered charitable organizations serving people in the North Renfrew County area can now apply for grants through the Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) 2020 fall grant program. The application form is available on the Foundation’s website http://www.drdcf.ca/grants .
“The foundation’s goal is giving back to the community by connecting donors to community needs and opportunities,” says Ike Dimayuga, Chair of the DRDCF Grant Committee. “Through the support of our generous donors we have been able to provide grants that build strong and resilient places to live, work and play, and where everyone can have a chance to succeed”.
In 2019, the DRDCF provided grants to the following organizations:
Deep River Symphony Orchestra
North Renfrew Family Services
RBWM Historical Society/School House Museum
Bernadette McCann House
Deep River and Area Food Bank Pembroke Boys and Girl Club
Deep River Public Library
St. Mary’s School
Town of Laurentian Hills (McConnell Creek Bridge)
Grants are available to organizations in the Deep River and District area that provide programs and services for children and youth, health, families, poverty alleviation, community building, neighbourhood projects, arts, culture, heritage, the environment, food security, and more. The deadline to submit an application for a grant is Saturday, October 31st, 2020.
To learn more about the DRDCF fall grant program, contact info@drdcf.ca or http://www.drdcf.ca/grants .

DRDCF Grants all $40K of ECSF Funding available in our area.

Wed Aug 19 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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The Deep River and District Community Foundation is proud to have partnered with Community Foundations of Canada and the Government of Canada to deliver the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) funding to organizations in the Deep River Area.

Since the ECSF was launched on May 19, 2020, we’ve directed all of the $40K available in our area through the ECSF towards local charities and qualified donees that are supporting populations experiencing heightened vulnerability during this crisis. We are pleased to announce the ECSF funds have supported these projects:
• $3.8 K to North Renfrew Long Term Care, to support the need for additional PPE (i.e. surgical/procedure masks) to protect the patients, residents, staff and the community;
• $ 8 K to Deep River and Area Food Bank, to support COVID-19 response measures in providing sustainable service to our Food Bank clients in this difficult time;
• $20 K to Deep River and District Hospital (including Four Seasons Lodge, and North Renfrew Family Health Team), to support the organization's COVID-19 response to safeguard the health and safety of the patients, residents, staff, and the community;

• $8.2 K to Easter Seals Ontario to support children and youth in our area with physical disabilities who require dedicated in-home equipment during COVID-19.

Our community foundation has granted the full funding available to our area through the ECSF and we are no longer accepting ECSF applications. Since the start of the pandemic, charities and non-profit organizations have been leading the charge to assist those who need it most in the fight against COVID-19. We know the need for funding is still significant. If you would like to be notified if any additional funding becomes available through ECSF, please fill out form on https://www.communityfoundations.ca/initiatives/emergency-community-support-fund/.

We invite you to explore opportunities with the other ECSF funding intermediaries in your community. More information about other national funders is available https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/emergency-community-support-fund.html.

We invite you to follow Community Foundations of Canada’s website for further updates as well.

DRDCF announces Emergency Community Support Funding of up to $40,000 for the Upper Ottawa Valley

Sat May 23 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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In addition to applying for a grant through the recently announced $40k Emergency Community Support Funding, registered charitable organizations serving people in the North Renfrew County area can now apply for grants through the Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) 2020 fall grant program. The application form is available on the Foundation’s website http://www.drdcf.ca/grants .
Application Launch
DRDCF announces Emergency Community Support Funding of up to $40,000 for the Upper Ottawa Valley
Vulnerable populations across Canada continue to be disproportionately affected by Covid-19. Marginalized groups, youth, children, and the elderly, essential workers, and newcomers are just some of the communities that are facing increased challenges right now.

Launched on May 19, 2020 the Government of Canada's new Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) aims to provide additional and much-needed assistance to charities and non-profit organizations serving vulnerable populations. The Government of Canada is flowing funds through national networks, including Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), United Way Centraide Canada, and the Canadian Red Cross.

The Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) are proud to be working with CFC, United Way of Eastern Ontario and the Government of Canada to deliver funding in the Upper Ottawa Valley to ensure that our most vulnerable citizens are safe and healthy. Through the ECSF, the DRDCF will be investing an additional $40,000 toward local charities and qualified donees supporting vulnerable populations. There is no minimum grant requirement.

Eligibility
Applicants must be a registered charity or qualified donee, as defined by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Projects must:
- Serve one or more vulnerable populations in the Upper Ottawa Valley who have been affected by Covid-19
- Clearly address a pressing social inclusion or well-being need caused by Covid-19
- Be carried out in a short timeframe with a reasonable budget, before March 31, 2021
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Projects must not:
- Be designed for fundraising purposes
- Generate profits
- Take place outside of Canada

Eligible expenditures include reasonable and essential expenditures to carry out the project. These include:
- Wages and benefits
- Professional fees
- Travel and accommodations
- Materials and supplies
- Printing and communication
- Equipment rental/lease/maintenance
- Administration costs
- Disability support for staff

Funds will be disbursed as soon as possible and on a rolling basis. Applications must be submitted by July 27, 2020.

We invite interested applicants to join one of the following instructional webinars hosted by Employment and Social Development Canada. These webinars are designed to help applicants navigate the application process and aid them in the decision of where to apply. To register for a webinar:
- How to apply for the Emergency Community Support Fund - May 25, 2020, 11:00 AM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
https://communityfoundations.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4DzFxlNAS1SnYXizRhOfzA

Visit the Community Foundations of Canada website to learn more about the program and find out if your organization is eligible to apply, or apply now through CFC's national application portal.

- Application portal https://cfc-fcc.smapply.ca/prog/ECSF/

- Applicant Guide (PDF) https://www.communityfoundations.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/ECSF-Applicant-Guide-EN-May19.pdf

- Application Form https://www.communityfoundations.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/ECSF-ApplicationForm.pdf

- Government of Canada's new Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/emergency-community-support-fund.html


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Deep River and District Community Foundation
P.O. Box 1171
Deep River, Ontario, K0J 1P0
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COVID-19 Message

Wed Apr 01 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Message from the Chair In this extraordinary time of the COVID-19 pandemic, I encourage you to donate directly and as generously as possible to the organizations that are directly assisting people in North Renfrew to respond to it. The Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) continues its work in support of the North Renfrew community. We are still able to receive donations and to respond to charitable grant requests. If your organization is a qualified donee, you can apply for a DRDCF grant by completing and submitting our application form. The form is available on our website at www.drdcf.ca/grants and we can provide you some assistance to complete it. We are working entirely online, and are not currently conducting any Foundation work face-to-face or via personal contact. You can reach us by sending an email to info@drdcf.ca . If you would like to volunteer to help where you can, the Ontario Government recommends contacting www.sparkontario.ca for a listing of current needs across the province. You can find reliable information about the COVID-19 pandemic on the following websites: • World Health Organization https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019 • Government of Canada https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html • Government of Ontario https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus#section-0 • Renfrew County and District Health Unit http://www.rcdhu.com We look toward to a positive and healthy future for our area after this crisis has been resolved. Michael Stephens

2020 International Women's Day Success Thank You

Mon Mar 30 2020 04:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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2020 International Women’s Day Fundraiser was a Great Success….Thank you Thank you so much, to all of the people and businesses that played a part in the great success of the 2020 Deep River and District International Women s Day Dinner Fundraiser March 9th hosted by Maven Catering and the organizing committee. This year we surpassed our target of raising over $10K through ticket sales, silent auction, 50/50 draw, and our sponsors. The money will be split equally between the Bernadette McCann House and the International Women s Day Endowment Fund held by the Deep River and District Community Foundation (DRDCF) which is invested in perpetuity and the income used to support women's issues. Your support will help our women and those in need in our community. These needs have been amplified by, recent world-wide events related to the COVID-19 Virus. The most vulnerable among us are even more at risk when we are all confined in self-isolation and quarantine. With Kind Regards, Maven Catering, DRDCF, and The Organizing Committee: Carolyn Arnold, Katie Wolk, Kathryn Cosgrove, Lisa Haynes, Meggan Vickerd, Jade Nauman and Dianne Lemire www.drdcf.ca

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